Water Makes the World Go Round at Derryboy Primary School
That water makes the world go round is just one interesting fact pupils of Derryboy Primary School near Downpatrick, County Down, learned when NI Water’s education team paid a visit recently to teach them all about the water cycle.
The pupils learnt about the value of water, the different forms it takes, and what impact humans have on it, as part of NI Water’s educational programme, ‘H2O and the Wonderful World of Water’.
During the visit, the children met H20, a water drop figure and mascot for the programme. They learnt how rainwater is cleaned, and wastewater is treated – keeping us all healthy.
They also took part in a ‘Bin it’ activity to demonstrate how only the 3 Ps – pee, poo and (toilet) paper – should be flushed down the toilet.
The children were also introduced to NI Water’s chosen charity – WaterAid, who work to help those who have no access to safe water or sanitation.
NI Water’s Education Officer Anna Killen said: ‘‘NI Water places great importance on educating young people in the vital role water plays in our lives. H2O is a fun way for children to learn about the water cycle, why water is essential for good health and how they can help to conserve this precious resource.
“NI Water maintains the infrastructure; the networks and assets, but every one of us uses the service. Only together, as a company and a community, can we continue to protect our most valuable and precious asset – water.
“We are delighted with the positive feedback we have received from schools who have participated in NI Water’s educational programme.
“It’s a fantastic way for us to deliver what matters for the local community and educate future generations of water users.”
NI Water also provided the school with a waterbutt for their outdoor classroom. Waterbutts are a great way to collect rainwater for watering the plants or even to use during water play.
A teachers’ learning pack, with further classroom activities and more information is available at:
